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Belsay: Exhibition is stitched up
A QUILT exhibition organised by the North-East region of the Quilters’ Guild will be held at Belsay Hall between May 4 and May 12.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Hexham: Guy is reunited with fellow MP who saved his life
HEXHAM MP Guy Opperman has praised the Tory colleague he credits with saving his life when he took ill at Westminster two years ago.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Slaley: Pub shares raise thousands
VILLAGERS fighting to save their local pub are toasting an early success after raising £21,000 in less than 24 hours.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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News in brief
BIN collections in Tynedale will be a day late during the weeks following the May 6 and May 27 bank holidays.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Hexham: Chase challenge for Shaun
A FORMER pub quiz master has scooped £7,500 after his general knowledge was put to the test on national television.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Hexhamshire broadband is up in the air
HEXHAMSHIRE Parish Council is harnessing the airwaves to bring broadband to local homes.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Haltwhistle: Concern over rise in crime figures
TOWN councillors will seek talks with police officers after growing concerned over crime in South Tynedale.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Hexham: Mad Hatters turn heads as they mark 30 years of U3A
THEY threw their hats in the air at noon on Saturday to mark 30 years of the University of the Third Age in Tynedale.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Slaley reds most at risk
SLALEY Forest is the red squirrel stronghold most under threat of being wiped out by a grey invasion.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Greenhead village notes
IF you are a keen music fan or dancer, you will already have planned your visits to the music festivals in Bellingham and Brampton and secured your tickets.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Rocky road to ‘Killer Kielder’
IT’S the sort of road that made top rally drivers like Hannu Mikkola and Stig Blomqvist quiver.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Hexham: Civic society condemns homes plan
PLANS for 28 much needed houses to rent in Hexham have been condemned by Hexham Civic Society.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Ponteland: Planners won’t budge over homes decision
A “FIRM steer” from the Planning Inspectorate has failed to persuade councillors to change their minds over a contentious planning application in Ponteland.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Hexham: National success for agent
A HOLIDAY company which has a branch on Hexham’s Fore Street has picked up two prestigious accolades at a national travel industry event in London.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Bellingham: Cheering news for beer lovers
BELLINGHAM is preparing to raise a glass to the first Border Beer Festival.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Corbridge: Bridging 25 years of card playing
FOUNDER members of an active bridge club have been honoured with gifts to mark its 25th anniversary.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Hexham: Door repairs are an open and shut case
AN IMPORTANT part of Hexham’s heritage which has been closed to the public for two years is open again – thanks to a drop of oil!
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Haltwhistle: MP backs call for dog warden
DOG fouling is topping the list of residents concerns in Haltwhistle – according to Hexham MP Guy Opperman.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Allendale: Welcome to the hotel of horror
VILLAGERS in Allendale want to call time on ambitious plans to redevelop a “horror movie” hotel which ceased trading 12 years ago.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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Corbridge: Relief for music fans as popular festival returns
A FAMILY music festival is set to return to Tynedale Park in Corbridge for the third year running.
Last updated 8 May 2013
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